9-time WWE champion makes a massive promise to Darby Allin ahead of match against Jon Moxley

A former 9-time WWE champion made a huge promise to Darby Allin ahead of his massive match with Jon Moxley at AEW All Out 2025.

Last night, AEW hosted a three-hour special that served as the go-home show for All Out. In one particular segment on the show, Darby Allin, who is set to face Jon Moxley in a Coffin Match at the pay-per-view, was shown sitting beside former WWE Champion Bryan Danielson. The Daredevil then proceeded to cut an intense promo, asking The American Dragon not to interfere in his match against Moxley at All Out. Allin also took accountability for Danielson's retirement at WrestleDream 2024.

For those unaware, it was Allin who was supposed to wrestle Danielson at WrestleDream for the AEW World Championship. However, he was replaced by Moxley after he lost his title opportunity to him at Grand Slam 2024.

Meanwhile, Bryan, who suggested that his retirement wasn't Allin's fault, promised him that he would not interfere in his match.

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"Listen, my word means as much to me as your word means to you. I promise I wont get involved," Bryan responded.

Former WWE star Bryan Danielson says he is open to joining The Hurt Syndicate

Ever since they arrived in AEW, the team of MVP, Bobby Lashley, and Shelton Benjamin a.k.a. The Hurt Syndicate, has become one of the most dominant factions in the Jacksonville-based promotion. Now, former AEW World Champion Bryan Danielson has shown an interest in joining the group.

During a 'YES' or 'NO' segment in an interview with Jon-Bernard Kairouz, The American Dragon was asked if he would join the Syndicate, to which he replied yes and then explained his answer.

"You know what? Yeah, I like those guys, yes. I feel like they could protect me so I don't have to take any of the fall, but I mean, I wouldn't be like MJF and, like, try to exploit them. I would just like to hang around with them," he said.

Bryan Danielson is a former 4-time WWE Champion, one-time World Heavyweight Champion, one-time Intercontinental Champion, 2-time Tag Team Champion, and one-time United States Champion.

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Karan Raj is a senior writer in Sportskeeda's AEW division. He holds an engineering degree from Manipal University, but his passion for sports motivated him to pursue an MSc in Sports Business from the University of Liverpool. Karan has been in the sports marketing industry for the past seven years.

As a lifelong WWE fan and enthusiast of wrestling entertainment, he has always been drawn to the industry's unique blend of sports and storytelling. Karan was introduced to the business by his elder sister when he was 10 years old.

Before assuming his current role at Sportskeeda, Karan worked for several reputable organizations, such as Ting Works LLP and Sportz Interactive, wearing different hats. He also wrote the anthem of UP Rudras, a hockey team that played in the Hockey India League. Karan conducts thorough research while writing articles and only relies on credible sources for information.

Karan's favorite pro wrestler is Seth Rollins. He admires The Visionary's versatility as a performer and his ability to play both heel and babyface characters to perfection. Besides Rollins, Karan looks up to Roman Reigns for his storytelling skills and ability to captivate audiences.

In AEW, he enjoys watching Will Ospreay compete inside the ring. Karan loves The Aerial Assassin's technical in-ring ability and athleticism. If Karan could go back to the Attitude Era, he would combine forces with Jericho and promise to elevate his career to the same level as The Rock and Stone Cold Steve Austin.When not writing about pro wrestling, Karan loves to play and watch football. It is a huge part of his life.

He is also a massive fan of tennis and is learning to play the sport. Apart from sports, he also knows how to play the ukulele.

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